Garbage truck driver hailed as a hero for rescuing puppy he found in discarded backpack
A garbage truck driver in Ohio noticed movement coming from inside a discarded backpack on the side of the road. Inside the bag, he found the abandoned 10-week-old puppy suffering from a broken leg and dehydration. Not only did he save the puppy's life -- he adopted her too.
A garbage truck driver in Ohio noticed movement coming from inside a discarded backpack on the side of the road. Inside the bag, he found the abandoned 10-week-old puppy suffering from a broken leg and dehydration. Not only did he save the puppy's life -- he adopted her too.
More than 100 pets died, over 200 sickened from recalled pet food, FDA says
The FDA said the recall includes 19 pet food products that "may still be on store shelves, online, or in pet owners’ homes."
The FDA said the recall includes 19 pet food products that "may still be on store shelves, online, or in pet owners’ homes."
PETA mocked on social media for claiming insults like 'pig,' 'chicken' hurt animals
People For the Ethical Treatment of Animals, better known as PETA, was mocked on social media this week for a tweet that argued calling someone names like a "pig," "chicken" or a "snake" is hurtful to the animals themselves.
People For the Ethical Treatment of Animals, better known as PETA, was mocked on social media this week for a tweet that argued calling someone names like a "pig," "chicken" or a "snake" is hurtful to the animals themselves.
NY woman keeps pet pantry going after husband dies of COVID
Paw It Forward is a Nassau County-based pet pantry. Danielle Scala-Nathan gives away pet food, leashes, collars, medications, and more.
Paw It Forward is a Nassau County-based pet pantry. Danielle Scala-Nathan gives away pet food, leashes, collars, medications, and more.
NYPD rescues dog 'Tinkerbell' from frigid Jamaica Bay
Members of the NYPD Special Ops team rescued a dog named Tinkberbell that was frantically trying to stay afloat in a frigid Jamaica Bay.
Members of the NYPD Special Ops team rescued a dog named Tinkberbell that was frantically trying to stay afloat in a frigid Jamaica Bay.
Joe Biden’s dog Major, adopted from shelter, gets own 'indoguration' with performance by Josh Groban
President-elect Joe Biden’s rescue dog, Major, received his own swearing-in to the White House on Sunday, which included a fundraiser for the shelter from which he was adopted.
President-elect Joe Biden’s rescue dog, Major, received his own swearing-in to the White House on Sunday, which included a fundraiser for the shelter from which he was adopted.
'Doing great': Philadelphia Zoo celebrates birth of endangered François' Leaf Monkey
Qúy Báu, the name of the newborn which means "precious" in Vietnamese, is the first François’ langur born at the Philadelphia Zoo.
Qúy Báu, the name of the newborn which means "precious" in Vietnamese, is the first François’ langur born at the Philadelphia Zoo.
More than 90 cats survive NY house fire
Nearly 100 cats have survived a house fire in a town outside Rochester, New York, according to an animal protection group.
Nearly 100 cats have survived a house fire in a town outside Rochester, New York, according to an animal protection group.
Popular pet food products recalled in Dec. 2020 being blamed for deaths of 70 dogs, sickening dozens others
A popular pet food product that was recalled just days ago is being blamed for the deaths of at least 70 dogs.
A popular pet food product that was recalled just days ago is being blamed for the deaths of at least 70 dogs.
Racing pigeon that traveled 8,000 miles from Oregon to Australia set to be euthanized
A racing pigeon has survived an extraordinary 8,000-mile Pacific Ocean crossing from the United States to find a new home in Australia.
A racing pigeon has survived an extraordinary 8,000-mile Pacific Ocean crossing from the United States to find a new home in Australia.
Biotech companies working on a COVID-19 vaccine for cats
Two biotech companies say they have received regulatory approval to begin veterinary trials for a COVID-19 vaccine for cats.
Two biotech companies say they have received regulatory approval to begin veterinary trials for a COVID-19 vaccine for cats.
Animal officer rescues dog found clinging to log in alligator-filled swamp
"Knowing what lurks in the waters, they were concerned the alligators would get to the dog before units could arrive."
"Knowing what lurks in the waters, they were concerned the alligators would get to the dog before units could arrive."
Ben & Jerry’s makes dog ice cream as pet food industry grows
Ben & Jerry's announced that it has launched Doggie Desserts, a specialty line of ice cream that is made for man's best friend.
Ben & Jerry's announced that it has launched Doggie Desserts, a specialty line of ice cream that is made for man's best friend.
Future first dog Major Biden getting his own virtual ‘Indoguration’
President-elect Joe Biden’s German Shepherd Major is getting an “indoguration” of his own, thanks to the Delaware Humane Association from which he was adopted.
President-elect Joe Biden’s German Shepherd Major is getting an “indoguration” of his own, thanks to the Delaware Humane Association from which he was adopted.
Puppy Bowl and its furry competitors to return this year, despite pandemic
The three-hour, 17th annual event will air on Animal Planet and stream on the network’s new platform, Discovery+, starting at 2 p.m. ET on Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 7.
The three-hour, 17th annual event will air on Animal Planet and stream on the network’s new platform, Discovery+, starting at 2 p.m. ET on Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 7.
Chickens 'wreak havoc' at New Jersey McDonald's
A flock of angry chickens in New Jersey forced police to intervene Tuesday when they began wreaking havoc at a McDonald's drive-thru.
A flock of angry chickens in New Jersey forced police to intervene Tuesday when they began wreaking havoc at a McDonald's drive-thru.
'Very chill' llama found wandering off highway
A passerby spotted a wandering llama in a field off an interstate in Massachusetts and with the help of an animal control officer, brought it to a farm for safekeeping.
A passerby spotted a wandering llama in a field off an interstate in Massachusetts and with the help of an animal control officer, brought it to a farm for safekeeping.
American Airlines banning emotional-support animals on flights
American Airlines said Tuesday that it will ban companion animals gradually by Feb. 1, 2021. It will still allow animals in the cabin free of charge only if they are trained service dogs.
American Airlines said Tuesday that it will ban companion animals gradually by Feb. 1, 2021. It will still allow animals in the cabin free of charge only if they are trained service dogs.
Video: Man snatches dog from outside grocery store
NYPD released a video showing a man kneeling down to pet a dachshund and then stealing it.
NYPD released a video showing a man kneeling down to pet a dachshund and then stealing it.
2 mischievous goats eat cookies meant for Santa
A pair of mischievous goats stole Santa’s cookies.
A pair of mischievous goats stole Santa’s cookies.